With over a decade of experience in the e-cigarette industry, Matthew Ma is a seasoned expert in both the manufacturing and usage aspects of vaping products. His extensive background has provided him with a deep understanding of the intricacies and evolving dynamics of e-cigarettes.
Australia’s progressively harsh restrictions on vaping products, including a near-total ban on sales outside pharmacies, have failed to curb demand and may be counterproductive to public health, a new expert review published in the Journal of Smoking Cessation concludes. The report, titled ‘A short history of e-cigarette policy in Australia,’ traces how increasingly strict measures have driven […]
The ongoing debate surrounding vaping and e-cigarettes in the United States is frequently clouded by fear-based messaging, and critics argue that the American Medical Association (AMA), a leading voice in healthcare, is a significant contributor to this problem. A recent AMA publication, an interview with Dr. Bilal Shahid Bangash titled “What Doctors Wish Patients Knew […]
Vape businesses and consumer associations in Indonesia are raising strong objections to a draft regional regulation (Raperda) by the Jakarta Provincial Government that proposes to treat electronic cigarettes (vapes) on par with combustible tobacco cigarettes within its Smoke-Free Area (KTR) policy. The Indonesian Vape Consumer Association (Akvindo) argues that equating these distinct products is a […]
The Bulgarian Parliament has voted to prohibit the marketing of disposable electronic cigarettes (vapes), regardless of nicotine content, in a significant move to tighten regulations on emerging nicotine products. The measure, adopted at its second reading with strong support (133 for, 30 against, 8 abstentions), is part of broader amendments to the Act on Tobacco, […]
Maine has developed a robust and evolving set of regulations for vaping products, including e-cigarettes, vape pens, and e-liquids. Driven by public health objectives, particularly the prevention of youth access to nicotine and the desire to maintain clean air standards, the Pine Tree State combines strict age restrictions, comprehensive public use prohibitions, specific taxation policies, […]
Recent significant increases in tobacco taxes in the Netherlands, aimed at curbing smoking rates, have led to a substantial rise in Dutch smokers purchasing cheaper tobacco products abroad, according to new research by the Dutch public health agency. While the tax hikes did result in some smokers quitting or reducing consumption, the ease of cross-border […]
Denver’s comprehensive ban on flavored tobacco products, including flavored vapes, menthol cigarettes, Zyn nicotine pouches, flavored cigars, chew, and snus, has ignited a fierce debate between public health advocates and local businesses. While the ordinance, sponsored by City Councilmembers Serena Gonzales-Gutierrez, Shontel Lewis, and Darrell Watson, passed with an 11-1 vote and was signed into […]
The city of Arroyo Grande, California, is advancing a measure to implement a total ban on the distribution of all e-cigarettes (vapes), including those previously approved by the FDA. This move aims to close existing loopholes and simplify enforcement against the sale of these products, particularly to prevent youth access.
A legislative committee in Costa Rica has shelved Bill 24.624, which aimed to regulate the use of e-cigarettes (vapers) nationwide. The Commission of Social Affairs of the Legislative Assembly voted 5 against and 2 in favor of archiving the initiative, citing concerns with the bill’s current wording and approach, despite acknowledging the growing and complex […]
The Croatian Government has approved significant amendments to its Law on Tobacco and Related Products, introducing a comprehensive ban on all characterizing aromas in heated tobacco products and extending existing prohibitions to cover flavored vapes and nicotine pouches. The new legislation also explicitly bans the sale of all such products to individuals under the age […]